Screen to Shade...

In construction and Detailing our first assignment was to design a screen that was both functional to give shade on sunny days and to provide security when the owner is away. The design would have to tilt up (pivot at lintel height) to provide shade to the patio. Adults as well as children must be able to operate this screen,

A few things should be kept in mind...
the weight - for easy operation,
the building is at the coast - corrosion is therefor a factor,
and bracing - to give the structure stability!

The concepts:

Design of petting farm
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Chicken Point Cabin

I decided to use the concept of the chicken point cabin, and came up with this...